DJ Aphrodite aka Gavin King, is the man himself behind the Aphrodite Recordings empire. It all started way back in the summer of love ‘88’ when Gavin became involved in the phonomona known as ‘Acid House Music’. Running a club in Leamington Spa called Aphrodite, with partner in crime Adam Dyerson. Aphrodite is known for playing out a good vibe that ranges from classic to upfront and completely exclusive dubplates. His travels are far reaching. “I started out 12 years ago, DJing acid house, then I was there when it turned into hardcore and when it turned into jungle,” Aphrodite Recordings is Gavin’ solo and close associate label now releasing on V2 Records. With over 30 releases on the label Aphrodite’ remixes and DJ’ing is exploding on a global scale. “It’ always just me alone in my studio, working late at night. I don’t have any set method for putting tracks together — it’ just whatever sounds good.”

EDDIE GOLD

A recent transplant from Florida to Atlanta, EDDIE GOLD is set for world domination. Destroying dance floors and festivals all over the southeast and beyond, GOLD is ready to preform at the drop of a hat. Recent collaborative efforts in the studio have been gaining him international attention including co-producing the dance floor smasher "The Motto" with Legion of Viper (UK) / True ...Playaz Recordings several slated dancefloor remixes with ArkiteQt of Nashville, TN. The flagship track on the Atlanta EP, "The Motto" is receiving support from major figures in the Trap and Dubstep scenes internationally and domestic. With a recent signing to Sine Language Imprint Agency and tracks set to be released on Sine Language Recordings, Trillitary Recordings and FreakStep Records the future is looking bright for the young Eddie Gold. Known for his his high energy performances and relentless set lists. This is one Producer/Dj that plays all the genres to bring the entire party together. Eddie Gold has an energy thats unmatched and Its easy to see once you have seen him perform . Gold has his sights on dominating the festival circuit this year. He says "I feel at home when playing festivals and couldn't think of a better platform to bring my music and energy to the masses". With a full time studio schedule and a slew of festivals slated to play in 2013, This will be Eddie's busiest year to date.

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M.K Ultra is a DJ/ Producer based out of Atlanta playing many genres such as dubstep, house, electro, moombaton, and hardstyle. Known for her high energy and constant movement. She loves producing dubstep and dirty electro. Rising fast as one of the only female dubstep artists in the Atlanta. Playing at your favorite clubs such as Opera, Primal, Luckie Lounge, Connect Lounge, Stoned Studios, QUAD, Spring forth, and other venues she never fails to deliver a high energy dirty set ready to melt your face off and leave you sweating. MK Ultra started DJing in the early summer of 2011 rapidly progressing to be well known in Atlanta for her talent to bring energy to a crowd. She is now booking out of state gigs and is looking at a National summer tour in mid August 2012. Be looking for her new EP soon! MK Ultra claims that this is just what she loves to do. She really genuinely enjoys DJing and is addicted to music production. She can't wait to see how Djing and producing progresses for her in the future. SHE HAS PLAYED WITH HEADLINERS SUCH AS PORTER ROBINSON, AK1200, MARK INSTINCT, MARTY PARTY, HULK, COOKIE MONSTA, POPESKA, OBLIVION, CAPTAIN PANIC, BASSEX, NERD RAGE, DJ MEGAN FOX, DJ COURTNEY, STREET LURKIN, AND MANY MORE!

:::: RALPH & LOUIE Right Left Studios / IRIS / RAAW) - Atlanta, GA

When we hit the decks at any event it is known that from that point on the crowd is in our hands. For over 18 years each these 2 seasoned DJs have rocked dance floors across the nation and have joined forces to bring your their new brain child.. RALPH & LOUIE! While feeding off each others energy and mastering the EQ and effects you will know there style is different than what you have heard before.. And if thats not enough and you are lucky enough to catch a set when they include live instruments such as Drums, Didgeridoo, Guitars, horns and more.. you will know why you are scheduling to see there next show in advanced.. Welcome to the minds of Ralph & Louie!!

Since 1995 Ryan Harrison otherwise known by the monikers Casper and Saturat3d Phat has been involved with the Dance Music movement. In 1997 his Dedication to the scene and passion for the music would lead him behind the decks. Two years later he had earned residencies with Iris Promotions, Viynl Boy, 421 entertainment and various other promoters and clubs in Atlanta. His ability to keep the crowd hype and rock the dance floor was all that was needed to take him all over the Country to play alongside many of the top dance music artists in the world. Known as a turntable terror with layered mixing and battle style Cuttin and scratchin he always brings it funky and fresh. In 2003 his first production work" Right Now/Asteroid" with Dj Neutron & The West City AllStars was released on 20K Freaks Records with great response. He has since had hundreds of remixes and original tracks drop. With no plans to slow down this Dj, producer and promoter continues his quest to entertain crowds everywhere!!! affiliations - Iris Original, Bass Wars, Underground Syndicate

:::DOUGHBOY::::

It all started at midnight on New Years Eve of 1992 in a hole in the wall skating rink. Damien Tucker aka DaddyDough (formerly Doughboy) had been a silent lover of electronic based music for years. When the clock struck 12 his life was changed forever. DaddyDough began his DJ career with old classics, hip hop, and booty shaking tunes. By 1996 Dough had landed regular residencies at several of the hottest electronic clubs in Atlanta. Over the next few years he began to build a strong following, and was playing at several events each week and traveling to some of the hottest venues in the Southeast. Over the last 20 years DaddyDough has played some of the biggest and most talked about venues and events in and around the Atlanta area. A master behind the decks, his smoothness when mixing from tune to tune is rivaled by few in today's scene. Always striving to drop his signature style of Drum and Bass, DaddyDough has remained one of the biggest hidden talents in the Atlanta EDM scene. With the ability to mix any style of dance music and even play track out in the club that even he has never heard sets DaddyDough a step above the nearest competition. DaddyDough is the real deal when he steps behind the decks and not many can say otherwise. Currently teamed up with his longtime partner, DJ Quirk, DaddyDough has been making strides to return to the world of production. Under the name EchoLabSoundSystem, Quirk and Dough have been ripping it up in the house realm, while DaddyDough stays true to his roots on solo events, bringing the best in Drum and Bass and his new guilty pleasure, Dubstep. DaddyDough is sure to educate the masses on how it was done back in the day and influence some of the up and coming artists and DJ's on how a true professional works behind the decks to always keep the dance floor moving each time he plays. Aside from his residency and regular Atlanta bookings, you can also always catch DaddyDough each and every Wednesday night from 9pm-12am EST on his internet radio show which has featured some of the biggest local talent from the Atlanta area and beyond. DaddyDough has also shared the stage with some of the biggest and most legendary names in electronic music, including LTJ Bukem, Bad Boy Bill, Simply Jeff, Soul Slinger, 187 aka Jordana, BT, Danny the Wildchild, Keoki, Spacemen, Trip Theory, Frankie Bones, Sandra Collins, and far too many more to name. With all these years mastering his craft, a set by DaddyDough is a sound that is sure not to be missed by anyone who truly calls themselves a lover of electronic dance music.....

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One of the original breakbeat DJ's in Atlanta that was established in Orlando, Fl, 1992, with the likes of Dj Icey, Dj Fixx, Friction and Spice, Dj Debbie D, Huda Hudia, Baby Anne and Dj X. Five years later, in 1997, he graced the city of Atlanta with his talents and has been a mainstay ever since. Silver has played all over the east coast and as far west as Las Vegas. His wide range of breaks that stem from old school Florida breaks, new school, technical bass to electro breaks will keep your heart pumping and make even those ...

When & Where

RUSH aka "The IRIS"
2715 Buford Highway NE
Atlanta,
GA 30305

Saturday, June 22, 2013 at 10:00 PM (EDT)

Organizer

IRIS Presents

Iris Presents, Inc. is an electronic dance music event and promotion company, committed to providing the highest quality entertainment experience. Our aim is to spread joy, light, positivity and fun to the community through imaginative, live and interactive entertainment experiences. Our company is founded on the core value to treat others as you would like them to treat you. We believe we can spread these values by creating a truly positive shared experience.

If you do not leave our event feeling like you are family, we have not fulfilled our promise. For more information, visit our website at www.irispresents.com